Insurers’ Focus Shifting to Annuities Amid Market Volatility
Carriers showed increased interest in retirement income solutions, innovation and AI implementation, according to a...
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DOJ, FTC to Host 3 Sessions on Lowering Drug Prices Through Competition
Discussion topics include ‘anticompetitive conduct’ by pharmaceutical companies’ ‘regulatory abuse’ and turning insights into action.
Survey Findings
Single-employer 401(k) plans account for more than $8 trillion of the $12 trillion in U.S. defined contribution assets.
Source: 2025 Recordkeeping Survey
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How AI, Digital Tools Drive Potential for Decumulation Innovation
With more recordkeepers embedding artificial intelligence capabilities into their platforms, many hope it will help participants select retirement income solutions.
Democratic Senators Urge DOL to Reinstate Crypto Warning for 401(k) Plans
The Department of Labor reset to ‘neutral’ its stance on cryptocurrency investing in retirement plans, rolling back the previous advice...
Retirement Industry People Moves
ADISA names new executive director; Nixon Peabody adds employee benefits partner; Arthur Toth returns to Nationwide Retirement Solutions; and more.
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Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan Sued for Alleged ERISA Violations
A complaint by Wesco Inc. claims BCBSM exploited self-funded health plans by charging fees to fix its own billing errors,...
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Rising Teacher Retirement Costs Pressure School Districts to Cut, Defer Other Spending
A 2024 survey of school officials by the Equable Institute found that retirement contributions are rising significantly faster than public...
Social Security Trust Funds Now on Pace to Deplete by 2034
The safety net program’s board of trustees projected that the funds will be exhausted one year sooner than previously expected.
Senate Advances Crypto Regulation With Heavy Bipartisan Support
The GENIUS Act sets new compliance standards for issuers of stablecoins.
What Organizations Can Use 403(b)(9) Retirement Income Accounts?
Experts from Groom Law Group and CAPTRUST answer questions concerning retirement plan administration and regulations.
Federal Judge Dismisses J.P. Morgan 401(k) Funds Forfeiture Case
The complaint had accused the company of breaching its fiduciary duties and engaging in prohibited transactions.
PBGC Inspector General Warns Court Ruling Could Add $6B to SFA Program
According to the notice, a pandemic-era pension rescue program could lead to unexpected costs.
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SECURE 2.0: Putting It Into Practice
Some provisions from the SECURE 2.0 Act are already in effect — and many are still on the way — helping to expand access to employer-sponsored retirement benefits and increase retirement readiness for...
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Keynote: The Resurging Workforce: Optimism and Expectations for the Future
Roger Gray shares insights from Bank of America’s Workplace Benefits Report covering everything from optimism in the workplace, to pay equity and steps employers can take to improve workplace wellness.
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Breaking Down Invisible Barriers: What’s Standing Between Employees and Retirement Readiness?
Edelman Financial Engines, LLC dives into recent research conducted in partnership with Cerulli Associates that uncovers the invisible barriers that are inhibiting more widespread employee adoption of managed accounts, thus standing in the...
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